Janay Harden, LCSW affectionately known as
“The StoryTelling Therapist” is a millennial mental health therapist, author, and self-care advocate.

I collaborate with women who are committed to doing the work and listening more to their own intuitive voice. I'm passionate about creating wellness practices that feel good to our minds and bodies.

While therapy delves into serious topics, I believe in infusing sessions with laughter—because humor is an essential part of the healing process!

Throughout my journey, I've had the privilege of working with children, families, and schools, embracing a wellness approach that encompasses individual counseling, transformative group therapy sessions, and engaging mental health workshops.

Growing up, I was surrounded by strong and confident women who taught me to be the same. When I got older and unpacked my own traumas, I learned while all were strong, most were struggling with their own insecurities and mental health concerns with no one to turn to who felt like a safe space.  

After I attended college, I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to do — but I knew that it would be related to women’s empowerment and creating spaces where people felt heard and valued. My lived experiences have also contributed to my path; I have worked in many difficult settings such as an HIV clinic, correctional facilities, hospitals, and child welfare work. I had to learn on my feet and connect with people using basic, humanistic approaches.

Certifications and Trainings

I’m trained in Brainspotting. I’m also a Level 2 Reiki Practitioner, Certified Child and Adolescent Trauma Specialist, Advanced Care Planning Certified Facilitator, and certified in the Nurtured Heart Approach.

Therapy With Me

My approach is always client-centered and I aim to be a competent and qualified human being and therapist. Therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all model, and I try to meet each person where they are. I have personal interests in Astrology, tarot, somatic practices, and energy healing, so we may whip out a deck of cards for clarity and intuitive insight if you are interested.

Are We A Good Fit?

I welcome women of all backgrounds and nationalities, however, my specialty lies in serving the BIPOC community. I’m deeply committed to healing and addressing systemic oppression, and together, we'll explore long-held beliefs and the impacts of racism on self-esteem and mental health.

I look forward to embarking on this journey of healing with you.

How My Journey Began

Janay In Action

Consulting Services

Clinical Supervision

I am a New Jersey Certified Clinical Social Worker Supervisor. This service is offered to Licensed Social Worker's (LSW's) obtaining clinical hours towards their LCSW licensure. This is a robust program intended for a serious clinical student ready to learn. We meet weekly and discuss a broad range of topics related to your social work employment and clinical skills.

Consultations

I enjoy consulting about Astrology and combining traditional psychotherapy with energy work for personal use or a therapeutic tool from a psychological perspective. The information I provide is from personal experience, research, and books that I have read throughout my own journey. Your curiosity brought you here, sit down, let's talk!